August 13th, 2011
What a nice morning it was! Definitely, was. I arrived with my friend, Gayle, at the 38th Annual Outdoor Fine Art & Craft Show located at the Rehoboth Art League. There were cars parked everywhere, on lawns, on the streets, as well. Nobody was blocking anyone.
The Rehoboth Art League is one of the places I enjoy bringing visitors. It is in the Town of Henlopen Acres. It is so unique. The art and craft show was very nice.
As I got back to my car I noticed the ticket on the window. When I arrived at 10:15 a.m. there were no signs anywhere to be found that said No Parking. Nothing, not at the League, not at the entrance of Henlopen Acres. I have not found it on the brochure or the website.
The hand written sign said no parking; believe me when I say it was not there. I called the 24 hour security phone 302-542-3323. I spoke to Officer Bennet, who is, I think, the one that gave me the ticket. “You need to call on Monday the Town Hall”. Talk to the Manager.
Okay….then my next stop was at the League again. Their response was that they try to work with the Town of Henlopen Acres and pretty much they seemed to have washed their hands off.
That answer was so lame…All I could think of was Entrance to the show $5, exit $50. If I was the Rehoboth Art League I really would be so embarrassed.
Hello…it is your event. For years people come to support you. It is your responsibility to inform all of us where to park. I know Henlopen Acres has their own rules and regulations but I did not know I had to park on the residents lawns.
I live in Rehoboth; not in Henlopen Acres. I feel so disappointed. I paid $5 to get into your show; only to have a $50 ticket waiting for me at the car.
If I sound upset, it is because I am. I did not block the street and that sign was not there at 10:15 a.m.
Note: Stay tuned for a follow up post after speaking to the Town Hall.
A blog is a diary; my own….so what have you done today? Have a good one!!
August 12th, 2011
I hope the weather stays the way it is; gorgeous!! There are outdoors festivities to attend to and if you are in Rehoboth Beach this week-end, this is what you will be finding out and about town.
“The Rehoboth Art League, with the people of Delaware and its visitors, encourages artists and arts education, and sponsors exhibits and programs that reflect the diversity of the community in an historic setting and in partnership with other organizations.” rehoboth art league
Two week-ends, rain or shine – Saturday and Sunday, August 13 and 14, and 20 and 21 – It is the 38th Annual Outdoor Fine Art & Craft Show. Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. and on Sunday 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Parking tip: There will be free parking and shuttle service at K-Mart on Rt. 1. This will probably be the easiest way to this event.
The Rehoboth Art League is located at 12 Dodds Lane, Henlopen Acres, Rehoboth Beach. If you would like more info., please visit www.rehobothartleague.org or call 302-227-8408.
During the Fine Art & Craft Show there will be more than 120 artists on the grounds of the Rehoboth Art League. Anyone that has visited the League knows how beautiful and serene it is.
Special children’s activities will be provided by Kids Cottage only on Saturday.
Stroll and enjoy the Art Show while also listening to different genres of music; local, classical guitar, island country, blue grass and jazz.
While enjoying your time at the Art League check tent #57. Her name is Susan Gladstone and she is a potter. The Happyrock Pottery is located at 20 Baltimore Ave., at the Celebration Mall. One of her specialties is Raku ware which is a type of Japanese pottery. It is traditionally characterized by the hand molding of the clay as opposed to turning it on a potter’s wheel, each piece being one-of-a-kind.
The other artist to check would be AnitaPeghini Raber. She is a plein-air painter, catching the moment in the open space. Her website is www.rehobothart.com.
Besides being at the League this, and next week-end, Anita has a few other exhibits in town.
At Prudential Gallo Realtors at 37230 Rehoboth Ave. Extended Anita will have some of her work during the Fine Arts Exhibition Series. Other exhibitors at Prudential Gallo Realtors will be Linda Dickey and Michael Sprouse.
Anita also has 62 more paintings at Preshy’s Gallery Restaurant in the Midway Shopping Center as well as at Phillip Morton Gallery and Hobos Restaurant, both on Baltimore Ave. in Rehoboth Beach.
Clear Space Theatre Company – Chicago – Last performances August 13th – August 21st at 7:00 p.m.
Clear space Theatre Company is located at 20 Baltimore Ave. For information, special offers and schedules, please visit www.clearspacetheatre.org. or call 302-227-2270.
Saturday, 8/13 – The Rehoboth Beach Historical Society’s Watermelon Festival from 3:00 until 6:00 p.m.
The festival will feature hula hoop, paddle ball, and bean bag toss contests, as well as watermelon eating and seed spitting contests!! And, face painting!!
Contests schedules and admission information can be found at www.rehobothbeachmuseum.org.
As usual, when you are at the beach, kick back and relax….that’s what you are here for…
August 11th, 2011
Italy’s version of ice cream is gelato. It has less than 55% air, resulting in a denser product. Its history dates to the 16th century. Gelato heightenes the rich mouthful without tipping the scales. Comforting, isn’t it?
I have found that on hot summer days, the gelato is more refreshing than ice cream. I never used to think that way, but I do remember needing some iced water after ice cream. Not so with gelato.
Today I am writing about Gelato Gal. I wrote a post about it exactly a year ago. At that time I remember that I had gone to check out this new place a friend from Ocean City, Maryland, was talking about. She said, it was around the corner from my house. It really was there; dangerous for someone that loves ice cream.
I remember going in and meeting Amanda Randall. She is the owner. She had a new business to attend to and was so gracious in setting time aside to talk to me. At that time she probably was not sure how well received her gelato was going to be. She new she had a good product, though.
Fast forward a year. Gelato is still located at 20200 Coastal Highway (Rt. 1), Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971. Tel. 302-227-1001. Website? http://www.gelatogal.com.
And, boy, has she been discovered!! Word of mouth is a powerful marketing tool. Gelato Gal was the Grand Prize and First Place Winner of the 2011 Rehoboth Beach Chocolate Festival.
I asked her the other day, what made her gelato so special? She thought about it and her answer was: it is fresh. Using local produce she is making some interesting gelatos, icluding a corn gelato, and a melon one, as well. In talking about her gelato she says that it is not a recipe she uses, it is a formula; her own.
She is inventive and makes gelato every day; not a lot, enough to keep it fresh. The gelato taste just as it should; the lemon taste like lemon, the cinnamon like cinnamon, etc. etc.
The inside of Gelato Gal has also gone through some renovation; colors are new this season. Chairs and tables are available for customers in case you also want to sit down, sip a nice cup of coffee or just take a break.
Besides gelato, coffee is available, as well as Smith Island Cakes, and special old fashioned cookies from Vermont.
The majority of people, I think, order gelato in a cup. At Gelato Gal they are also making their own cones. Available for purchase are gift certificates too.
I noticed frozen desserts were also available. Amanda told me the company is Bindi and the individual ready made desserts are excellent. The Coppola Limoncello was beautiful. It had lemon gelato swirled together with limoncello, presented in a champagne glass. So were the ripienos, which was sorbetto served in natural fruit shells…If you want to more about them visit www.bindi.usa.com/home.asp.
Hanna and her mural….Hanna came to work this summer for Gelato Gal. She is a student from Belarus. She has volunteered to enhance the surroundings by painting a 20 foot mural of the Rehoboth dining experience. This is her contribution and we really thank her so much; hopefully she will come back. Customers enjoy watching her paint as they eat some delicious gelato outside. She will be finishing soon; stop by and say hello.
How could I finish this post without my own private tasting?
Chocolate Zen – You know why it was a winner. Dense and smooth
Coconut – I bought it for my husband; he loved it and you know how “particular” he can be.
Melon Chai – Melons from Tomato Sunshine. This was a sorbetto; light and perfect on a hot summer day.
Cinnamon – Was truly delicious. I recommend it.
Note: Gelato Gal does not accept credit cards; cash only
Also worthy of mentioning is that the majority of the gelato is gluten free.
That’s all for today….I hope you have a great week ahead….lots going on in the area. Talk to you later..
August 10th, 2011
I stopped at Joss II the other day. This visit was way past due. I had been told that this shop had opened in the spring. That, I should check it out because there was a connection to a well loved and respected shop many years ago in Rehoboth Beach.
I think when you are writing about Joss II, there is no way you can go around it and not mention the original Joss that was located on the corner of Baltimore Ave. and First Street in Rehoboth Beach. If you were a visitor or a resident of Rehoboth you must have stopped there. Remember Ross Alexander? He was the life of the store. I used to stop even if I was not really looking for anything. He was a true shopkeeper; friendly, caring, knew his products well. Most of all, he was a true gentleman.
Marylin and Dina worked at Joss for years and years. Now, they are putting their own sense of style in Joss II, located at 19470 Coastal Highway, Unit 5, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971. Tel. 302-227-8373. They are on Facebook and working on their website, as I write this post.
If you are on Rt. 1 or Coastal Highway, you will see the bright yellow and smiling sun, which is the emblem. Stop in and introduce yourself. You will find that this shop is a “one stop shop” if you are looking for something for yourself, your home, a friend or for anyone on your list, including your pet.
Parking!! The exclamation points are because at this time of the year that is so important. So, just pull in and don’t worry about parking meters; plenty of time to shop and enjoy yourself.
Joss II looks good. The beautiful pillows on the floor? Very stylish. Marilyn told me that they are dog pillows. But, a few customers have bought them for their own personal use.
I was looking for a couple of gifts. Marilyn helped me out, including the wrapping. Joss II has cards, wrapping paper, gift bags and paper products.
From dips, chocolates, crackers, lotions and potions to doormats, lamps and accessories to finish a room.
And, if you are a pet owner, then check the collars and treat boxes. They are the cutest.
Joss II is opens 6 days a week. Mondays to Saturdays.
I think you will be very pleased with the store and with its prices. Let me know how you like it. Better yet, let them know how you like it.
Have a great day!!…..Gorgeous!! What a difference a day makes…talk to you later.
August 9th, 2011
2,000 tickets have been for sale. You still might have a chance to see the B-52’s, tonight at the Freeman Stage. This is an open air performing arts venue located just 4 miles west of Fenwick Island. The address is 315 Lake View Drive, Selbyville, DE. For more detailed directions you can visit http://www.freemanstage.org/plan-your-visit.htm.
Usually, you bring your chairs and sit out and listen to the evening’s entertainment. When they sell so many tickets then all you have to do is show up, bring bug spray and be ready for a night under the stars. Since it is an outdoor venue, at times the weather might not cooperate. For performance information, cancellations, and updates, please call 302-436-3015.
The B-52’s have been around for a long time. They remain among the best rock stars. To learn more about them, please visit www.theb52s.com.
The Freeman Stage has a full schedule. If you cannot get tickets for tonight’s event then these other entertainers will be at the Stage this week. Bring your chairs, friends, etc. etc., because this week is memory lane at The Freeman Stage; remembering the best hits of an era gone by.
Wednesday, August 10th- Tommy Edward as Sir Rod Stewart – 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. He has captured the wild hair, the sweet soulful raspy voice and the body language of the real Rod Stewart. It is a FREE concert.
Thursday, August 11th – Jesse Garron’s Tribute to Elvis – 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. – Supposedly, the “closest thing to the King”, Jesse has the voice, looks and charisma that made Elvis a superstar. It is a FREE concert.
Friday, August 12th – Mitch Seekins Sings the Great Tony Bennett – 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. – Tony Bennett personifies elegance, style, sophistication, talent, an icon, among many others. This concert celebrates his music, and accomplishments of the legend himself. $10/person. Kids 18 and under are free.
Saturday, August 13th – BeatleMania Live! – 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. – The music from every Beatles era: Ed Sullivan, Shea Stadium, Sgt. Pepper and Abbey Road. $10/person. Kids 18 and under are free.
Have a great day!!…talk to you later….
August 8th, 2011
Tonight it was; I can’t see the onions on the pizza. I did not know you needed to have a magnifying glass to see the toppings. Last night’s theme was; Not enough goat on my curry. I was like; I never complain about my food. His answer: I am very particular; you know that.
I am about to start something here called “Things my Husband Says”, just like that guy that has the show on t.v. called Things My Father Says or something to that effect.
I am still laughing. Believe me, he said other things that I will not mention here. I will leave it at that.
Actually, all comments aside, this gluten free pizza was truly the best one I have ever had anywhere, by far.
Grotto Pizza at the Delaware Beaches is the first pizza restaurant that has taken the initiative to offer a gluten free pizza.
We went to Grotto Pizza Grand Slam located at 1200 Coastal Highway, Lewes, DE 19958. Tel. 302-645-4900. Website? http://www.grottopizza.com.
For the millions of people on a gluten free diet having a good piece of pizza is Heaven. My husband, the “particular” one, is the one that has to eat gluten free. Don’t get me wrong, we have gotten used to it. The whole family has, just like anything else. But, we had not been able to find a good pizza. I tried it at home; what a disaster!!
I only added anchovies to my pizza. Grotto only offers one size in gluten free; 9 inch personal pizza. I found it to have a very good crust; thin and crispy, just like I like it. Their sauce and cheese are always good. This dough was not chewy or chalky; it had a very good taste.
Twenty years ago, a gluten free diet was considered very unusual. The majority of people did not know what it was. It is a legitimate lifestyle; not a fad or temporary trend. It does not take long to feel better once you start following the diet.
I want to congratulate Grotto and all the other restaurants in the area that are trying to make the dining experience with those afflicted with this and other food allergies a little bit better.
Note: Grotto Pizza also offers gluten free beer.
Thanks!!…talk to you later…
August 7th, 2011
I wish I could take credit for this recipe. I don’t. It was in a Southern Living Magazine some years ago. Roberta, one of my usual suspects, gave it to me. I have passed it around. I put it here, on my blog, without pictures, last year. The other night I had that craving for it. Then, I took a couple of pictures. I am not kidding. It is pretty good.
It is not the concept of a meatloaf (icky, mushy and nasty). Tha’s what some might say. It is the way it has been prepared. There are more people that don’t know how to cook a good meatloaf, than the ones that do. Does it make sense? Or, you might not even care. Once you try this one, you might think twice about it.
Meatloaf has its origins in Europe. It is a traditional German, Belgian and Dutch dish. It is said that it is a cousin of the Italian Meatball. But, here, they say that meatloaf has its origins in scrapple? What? No wonder I like it. Scrapple is one of my favorites. My friend, Missy, loves it too.
So, here is the recipe again, with photos.
Sweet and Saucy – A Meatloaf
For the meatloaf you will need:
1 lb. lean ground beef
1 lb pork sausage (I used Jimmy Deans low fat)
1 cup fine breadcrumbs (I made my own; gluten free)
1 large egg, beaten
1 medium, onion diced
1/2 cup milk
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tblsp. chopped fresh parsley
1 tblsp. curry (mild or hot)
1 tsp. salt (optional)
1/2 tsp. pepper
Pre-heat oven to 375 degres.
Combine the ingredients that are in the meatloaf. Shape into a loaf and place in a very lightly greased pan.
You can place the meatloaf in the oven. Bake for 30 minutes while you make the sauce.
Sauce:
2 tblsps. butter
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup Ketchup
1/4 cup packed brown sugar (I used Splenda Brown Sugar Blend)
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup beef broth (I used the low salt)
1/4 cup Worcestershire Sauce
1 tblsp. instant coffee (decaf or regular)
2 tblsps. rice vinegar
2 tsps. lemon juice
 It is a sauce full of flavor. Melt butter in a deep skillet or other pan and heat. Add onion and saute for 5 minutes. Stir in 1/2 cup Ketchup and the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil, reduce heat immediately, and simmer for 10 minutes.
After the meatloaf has been baking for 30 minutes, then pour 1/2 of the sauce over it and bake for another 45 minutes. Soon it will be ready with a wonderful color.
I served it just with a salad. But if you are in the mood for comfort food, then add mashers or rice.
Leftovers? I love a good meatloaf sandwich!!
Make it your own and enjoy!!….Talk to you later….
August 7th, 2011
During the summer everything seems more vibrant, hopeful and liberating. In a good mood and out the door on such a beautiful day until I hit Route 1, here in Rehoboth Beach. Bumper to bumper traffic; they were trying to get to their places. My thoughts went in different directions.
Anyway, Bethany Beach is known as a quiet resort. Well, it used to be quiet when I lived there; not so much anymore. It is a lively coastal town, here at the Delaware Beaches.
If you happen to be visiting this week, then some of these activities might be of interest to you or to someone in your group.
 Take it if you can. The meters are expensive!! The center of the town is the Bandstand and a lot of the following activities are going to be held there. Remember that it is an outdoor venue. Check the weather and if in doubt call the hot line at 302-539-5484. All shows at the Bandstand start at 7:30 unless otherwise noted.
Sunday, 8/7 – Yoga at Sunrise – 6 a.m. until 7 p.m. The yoga is held every Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday. $5 drop in fee. Bring a mat and towel. Tel. 302-537-7838. Check the website www.bethanybeachyoga.org, in case you want to know more, plus they have additional classes that might also be of interest to you.
Sundays – 8:00 a.m. until Noon at the PNC Bank parking lot you will find the Bethany Farmers’ Market. Fresh, local produce. This parking lot is transformed into a market place. There are free meters on Sundays from 8 a.m. until 10 a.m. For more info., please visit http://www.bethanybeachfarmersmarket.com.
Sunday, 8/7 – At the Bandstand is Oh Boy!! A Tribute to Rockabilly. I don’t think I have to say anymore.
Monday, 8/8 – Boardwalk Tai Chi from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Tai Chi are gentle exercises and you can try this on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. $5 drop in fee. More info? Please call 302-363-4509.
Tuesday, 8/9 – Children’s Theatre in the Town Hall. The performance will be Snow White. There will be 2 shows on that day; 6 and 7 p.m. Free to the public. The tickets are available at 8:30 a.m. on the day of the performance.
Wednesday, 8/10 – At the Bandstand you will find Tom Jolin – Folk Musicale. He plays traditional American music, mixing vocals with the hammer dulcimer, banjo, button accordion, harmonica and much more. He has produced 8 records.
Thursday, 8/11 – Deadline for the Talent Show Application. The Talent Show is August 21st at 7:00 p.m. but the deadline is this coming Thursday. You need to provide a CD with your music on it. Please remember to label your CD and mail it with the application to Bethany Beach Town Hall, P.O. Box 109, 214 Garfield Pkwy., Bethany Beach, DE 19920, Attention: Gloria Farrar
Or, e-mail your MP3 track to RayDisney@Sororityrecords.com. To download an application, please go to www.townofbethanybeach.com. Under Activities click on Bandstand. Even more info? Please call 302-539-5484.
Friday, 8/12 – At the Bandstand is Cajun Zydeco-a-Go-Go. “Zydeco is a syncopated dance music played by Creole French speaking people of African descent, who historically lived on the prairies of Southwest Louisiana. At its core, it is the sound of an accordion paired with the scrapping of a rubboard.”
Pete Gumbo is the Band Leader. The music is considered classic New Orleans Rhythm & Blues. The band was founded in 1992. If you want to know more, please visit www.zydecoagogo.com.
Clarksville, Delaware
The town of Clarksville is about 4 miles west of Bethany Beach, on route 26.
Good Earth Market and Organic Farm is located at 31806 Good Earth Lane, right on that route 26. Not far at all. The website is http://www.goodearthmarket.com.
I first visited this market and farm this year and wrote about it at different times. You can put on the search on this website its name and you will be then directed to the different posts.
Good Earth Market and Organic Farms has its own Farmers’ Market which is held every Friday through Labor Day in their parking lot from 2 – 6 p.m. You will find local seasonal produce, Kogler’s Bread, jams and jellies, pies and plenty more, believe me.
Want a salad or a sandwich? All you have to do is call in your order at 302-537-7100, daily from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. and then stop by and pick it up.
Save the date for the following events:
Saturday, 8/27 at 12 Noon – Matt Haley is back! It is a cooking demonstration.
Tuesdays, 9/14 at 6 p.m. – Farm to Table feast to benefit Global Delaware-HHC. This is a unique experience. I went to one in June and it was truly delicious with a beautiful setting right on the farm. It is $95 per person. It is a fundraising event. You can call 302-537-7100 for a reservation. Rain date will be the following day. These events usually sell out, so remember you don’t want to snooze and lose.
Saturday, 9/17 – Good Earth Market’s Semi Annual Art & Craft Show from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Pottery, jewelry, sea glass, paintings, clothing, purses; all local. There will be music; you can order lunch between 10 and 2 p.m., as well.
Have a great week…..summer is going fast, isn’t it?…Talk to you later….
 
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